Landscape Operations Manager
About The Position
Are you looking for a fulfilling career working outdoors? Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape is a leader in the landscaping industry, providing high-quality services to residential and commercial clients. We have 38 years of experience and are winners of the “Best of Houzz” Design award for 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2025 and winner of the “Best of Houzz” Service Award in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023 and 2024. We specialize in landscape design, installation, and maintenance. If you love working in a team environment, are passionate about the outdoors, and love seeing beautiful renovations come to fruition, this challenging position is for you! The Design Build Operations Manager leads landscape construction projects from planning through completion. This role oversees schedules, budgets, crews, and jobsite operations while serving as the primary point of contact for clients and internal teams. Ideal for a hands-on leader with strong construction knowledge and project management experience. Out-of-town travel may be required. Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape's goal is to provide our clients with only the highest quality of workmanship through innovative techniques, quality communication, and efficiency on every one of our projects. We ensure this through positive client relationships, by taking pride in our workmanship, and through positive interior relationships and solutions that matter. By ensuring these core values are met on every one of our job sites we recognize our vision in leading the green industry for years to come.
Requirements
- Degree in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Construction Management, or 5+ years related experience
- 3–5 years landscape installation experience
- Project management experience on large residential, commercial, or municipal projects
- Strong knowledge of landscape construction and hardscaping
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and teams
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
- Plan and manage landscape construction projects, schedules, and budgets
- Coordinate with designers, foremen, crews, vendors, and subcontractors
- Oversee jobsite operations including hardscapes, softscapes, and installations
- Lead crews, manage schedules, and ensure safety and quality standards
- Serve as primary client contact and provide project updates
- Track labor, materials, overtime, and costs
- Manage change orders and resolve jobsite challenges
- Conduct site inspections and ensure regulatory compliance
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Seasonal bonus
- Paid training
- Overtime pay (1.5x after 40 hours)
- Minnesota Sick & Safe Time (1 hr per 30 hrs worked)
- Flexible scheduling
- Employee referral bonus ($300)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
